VBAC or elective CS? An exploration of decision-making process employed by women on their mode of birth following a previous lower segment caesarean section
Part of the caseload of an Advanced Midwife Practitioner (AMP) service in a Northwest of Ireland maternity unit includes vaginal birth after caesarean section (VBAC) women. Despite evidence about VBAC being a safe option for women, the numbers attempting a VBAC remain small. This research was undertaken to give an insight into how VBAC eligible women opt for an elective repeat CS (ERCS) or VBAC birth. (Source: Women and Birth)
Source: Women and Birth - June 11, 2023 Category: Midwifery Authors: Roisin Ailbhe Lennon, Karlene Kearns, Siobhan O'Dowd, Linda Biesty Source Type: research
Achieving international consensus on the concept of woman-centred care: A Delphi study
There is no internationally-informed understanding of how midwives perceive woman-centred care and use it in practice. (Source: Women and Birth)
Source: Women and Birth - June 11, 2023 Category: Midwifery Authors: Susannah Brady, Fiona Bogossian, Kristen S. Gibbons Source Type: research
A survey of Australian midwives: Experts in nitrous oxide administration within the peripartum setting
There is little documented evidence of midwives ’ perspectives regarding the use of nitrous oxide in the peripartum period. (Source: Women and Birth)
Source: Women and Birth - June 11, 2023 Category: Midwifery Authors: Nicole Freeman, Stuart Watson, Courtney Barnes, Jane Warland, Monique Rose, Zoe Bradfield Source Type: research
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Source: Women and Birth - June 9, 2023 Category: Midwifery Source Type: research
“This has changed me to be a better mum”: A qualitative study exploring how the Australian Nurse-Family Partnership Program contributes to the development of First Nations women’s self-efficacy
The Australian Nurse-Family Partnership Program is based on the Nurse-Family Partnership program from the United States, which was designed to support first-time mothers experiencing social and economic disadvantage from early in pregnancy until their child ’s second birthday. International trials have demonstrated this program measurably improves family environment, maternal competencies, and child development. The Australian program has been tailored for mothers having a First Nations baby. (Source: Women and Birth)
Source: Women and Birth - June 9, 2023 Category: Midwifery Authors: Luciana Massi, Sophie Hickey, Sarah-Jade Maidment, Yvette Roe, Sue Kildea, Sue Kruske Source Type: research
Seeking a connection: Women ’s lived experience of the woman–midwife relationship in mainstream maternity services in Japan
In Japan, women continue to suffer from mental health and other postpartum issues despite good clinical outcomes of maternity care. (Source: Women and Birth)
Source: Women and Birth - June 3, 2023 Category: Midwifery Authors: Keiko Doering, Judith McAra-Couper, Andrea Gilkison Source Type: research
Midwifery education in Pacific Island countries: A discussion paper
The aim for 95% maternal health care coverage and zero-unmet need for family planning in Pacific Island countries by 2030 could be achieved by strengthening the midwifery workforce. To enable health services to provide accessible, locally acceptable, and high-quality care, the midwifery workforce must be regulated and educated to global standards and supported to practice in enabling environments. In 2019, around 64,000 live births occurred in Pacific Island countries, yet information regarding the state the midwifery workforce and midwifery education is limited. (Source: Women and Birth)
Source: Women and Birth - May 30, 2023 Category: Midwifery Authors: Rachel M. Smith, Boe Calvert, Eleni Kata, Senimelia Hataogo, Tareti Ruaia Ioane, Monica Tarabo, Maile Kiritome, Jyothi Abraham, Taua'itala Lees, Clara Devi, Leila Ross, Lower Leaving Mafi, Telesia Tuitupou, Kara Blackburn, Caroline SE Homer Source Type: research
Listening to First Nations women ’s voices, hearing requests for continuity of carer, trusted knowledge and family involvement: A qualitative study in urban Darwin
Australian First Nations women are more likely to commence care later in pregnancy and underutilise maternal health services than non-First Nations women. (Source: Women and Birth)
Source: Women and Birth - May 26, 2023 Category: Midwifery Authors: Emily R. Bowden, Maree R. Toombs, Anne B. Chang, Gabrielle B. McCallum, Robyn L. Williams Source Type: research
Impact of women ’s feedback on midwifery student learning: A thematic analysis of students’ reflections
Little is known about the educational impact of providing routine, online feedback from women on midwifery student learning and clinical practice. (Source: Women and Birth)
Source: Women and Birth - May 26, 2023 Category: Midwifery Authors: Nikki Tickle, Debra K. Creedy, Amanda G. Carter, Janice Bass, Jenny Gamble Source Type: research
Primary postpartum haemorrhage adversely impacts breastfeeding initiation in Victoria, Australia
Breastfeeding has many important benefits for both mother and baby but sustained breastfeeding is sub-optimal. (Source: Women and Birth)
Source: Women and Birth - May 12, 2023 Category: Midwifery Authors: Margaret M. Flood, Wendy E. Pollock, Susan J. McDonald, Fiona Cullinane, Mary-Ann Davey Source Type: research
Early labour experience questionnaire: Translation and cultural adaptation into German
Evidence on early labour care suggests that women ’s needs are not adequately met. (Source: Women and Birth)
Source: Women and Birth - May 12, 2023 Category: Midwifery Authors: Julia Mahler, Katja Stahl Source Type: research
A systematic review of behaviour change techniques used in the context of stillbirth prevention
This study aimed to identify the Behaviour Change Techniques (BCTs) used in behaviour change interventions tacking behavioural risk factors for stillbirth such as substance use, sleep position, unattendance to antenatal care and weight management. (Source: Women and Birth)
Source: Women and Birth - May 11, 2023 Category: Midwifery Authors: Tamara Esca ñuela Sánchez, Keelin O´Donoghue, Molly Byrne, Sarah Meaney, Karen Matvienko-Sikar Source Type: research
Moral distress in midwifery practice: A Delphi study
Moral distress is a psychological concept that describes the harm associated with actions or inactions that oppose an individuals ’ moral beliefs. Moral distress is linked to moral compromise in the workplace that may negatively impact mental wellbeing. Current tools available to assess moral distress are not specific for the Australian health care system or midwifery practice. (Source: Women and Birth)
Source: Women and Birth - May 8, 2023 Category: Midwifery Authors: Mrs Wendy Foster, Lois McKellar, Julie-Anne Fleet, Linda Sweet Source Type: research
Midwives ’ and women’s experiences with respectful maternity care around the globe: A meta-synthesis
All women have the right to the highest attainable standards of health, including the right to respectful maternity care (RMC). A qualitative body of knowledge describing midwives ’ and women’s experiences of the value and importance of RMC exists. However, no qualitative synthesis exists about midwives’ and women’s views of respectful care. (Source: Women and Birth)
Source: Women and Birth - May 4, 2023 Category: Midwifery Authors: Tekla S.N. Shiindi-Mbidi, Charlen é Downing, Annie Temane Source Type: research
The PNG Midwifery Leadership Buddy Program: An evaluation
Papua New Guinea (PNG) has a high rate of preventable maternal and neonatal deaths. (Source: Women and Birth)
Source: Women and Birth - May 4, 2023 Category: Midwifery Authors: Helen Hall, Mohammad Afzal Mahmood, Mary Sitaing, Paula Zebedee Aines, Robyn Cant, Kimberley Crawford Source Type: research
